as in projections
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
a recess in the face of the cliff that is hidden by the thick vines dangling from the jagged overhang above
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as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the narrow streets of the old European city are lined with row houses often having overhanging second stories
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as in threatens
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
the problem of how he might be able to afford sending his children to college has been overhanging him for several years
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Recent Examples of overhangs
Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The design draws on various traditional Vietnamese building principles, such as wide roof overhangs that protect facades from sun and rain, and cross-ventilation with openings on opposing walls to enhance airflow.
—Faye Bradley, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
In fact, whatever overhangs your property is considered your responsibility.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
Still, expect short overhangs and big wheels, even if not quite the size of these absurdly chrome 24-inchers.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2025
And there are other spaces, such as outdoor overhangs with mosaic murals overhead, that bring color and a whimsy to a space visited by many who have serious medical matters on their minds.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025
The economist pointed to two key overhangs for the housing market.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2025
Noun
Emphasizing ruggedness and offering an open invitation to tackle dirt roads, the Bronco’s squared fenders, short overhangs, upright glass and knobby tires look more at home on mountain trails than valet lanes.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The design draws on various traditional Vietnamese building principles, such as wide roof overhangs that protect facades from sun and rain, and cross-ventilation with openings on opposing walls to enhance airflow.
—Faye Bradley, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
In fact, whatever overhangs your property is considered your responsibility.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
Still, expect short overhangs and big wheels, even if not quite the size of these absurdly chrome 24-inchers.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2025
And there are other spaces, such as outdoor overhangs with mosaic murals overhead, that bring color and a whimsy to a space visited by many who have serious medical matters on their minds.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025
The economist pointed to two key overhangs for the housing market.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhangs
Noun
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The projections, sent to lawmakers on Tuesday, highlight the sweeping consequences of a lapse in federal funding that could begin as soon as midnight, when current appropriations are set to expire.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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That full live experience includes dreamlike visuals, including white lights, drapery, and keyhole and window-esque projections.—
John Lonsdale,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Baleen is a specialized type of bone that protrudes from the jaws like teeth and is used to filter small critters from the ocean water to feed.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Flooding threatens dozens of hospitals in coastal areas, including in Florida, Louisiana, Texas, and New York.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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They’re set to expire in December, and while Congress could act to extend them, a prolonged government shutdown threatens to delay or derail that effort, leaving millions of Americans at risk of losing coverage.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Karst formations, a porous rock, stick out as jagged protrusions in between lush forest and provide plenty of places for small creatures to hide.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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As per the press release, these included small, circular protrusions or bumps, elliptical protrusions with a fingerprint-like pattern, and a third set of large, round marks.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The unconventional seating arrangement at the venue allows for fans sitting in the surrounding sections to swarm around the singer with ease.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
4 Oct. 2025
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The recent protests were triggered by the deaths of several pregnant women following routine C-sections in the coastal city of Agadir, spotlighting the crumbling healthcare system.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In a pair of promos shared to social media on Monday in support of her upcoming 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl (out Friday), the singer pokes some major fun at herself.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Sep. 2025
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The trailer for Season 6 of Solar Opposites, released today, pokes fun of the show’s imminent end.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Moreover, the observations showed that when the antibiotic was effective, the bacteria shed more armor and developed surface bulges.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Sep. 2025
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Shortly after their release in early 2023, some Ryzen 7000-series X3D chips were becoming physically deformed, developing bulges on the bottom that could permanently damage the CPU and bend the pins in the CPU socket.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
25 Aug. 2025
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In the far distance lies the Pacific Ocean, and beyond that, featureless protuberances labeled Japan, Russia and China.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Overhangs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overhangs. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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